66150 Glaucoma surgery
Also known as: trabeculectomy, filtration surgery, glaucoma filtering surgery
Trabeculectomy ab externo; initial.
In Plain Language
creating new drainage channel in eye for glaucoma; surgery to lower eye pressure
Clinical Context
Standard glaucoma filtration surgery creating fistula between anterior chamber and subconjunctival space. Effective but requires post-operative management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.27 |
| Total RVU | 10.27 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 10.27, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 66150?
CPT 66150 (Glaucoma surgery) is a Surgery code. Trabeculectomy ab externo; initial.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 66150?
The work RVU for CPT 66150 is 10.27. This code is primarily used by glaucoma surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 66150 used?
Standard glaucoma filtration surgery creating fistula between anterior chamber and subconjunctival space. Effective but requires post-operative management.
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